The countdown to the festive season has started. Many South Africans are looking forward to some holiday downtime after a stressful year at work, while also trying to keep up with the soaring cost of food, fuel and electricity.
With the end of the year in sight, the temptation to throw caution to the wind,…
The airline industry has been dramatically impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, and recovery has been bumpy.
Airlines have gone into liquidation, new entrants have emerged, and ticket prices have increased due to limited seating and the rising cost of jet fuel. Travellers now face long queues, exorbitant charges, and delayed or cancelled flights.
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Mid-life is a time when many people reassess their priorities and decide to make a career change. The Covid-19 pandemic has also prompted employees of all ages to rethink their career paths, either due to personal preferences, or because of retrenchment and a shortage of work options.
Another factor prompting a career shift is the…
South African consumers have been feeling plenty of pressure at the fuel pumps this month, and the bad news is that another substantial fuel price increase is expected in April.
Petrol soared to well over R21/litre in March, and by April that figure could reach nearly R24/litre. Diesel is expected to increase by over R3/litre.
The…
As South Africa plans to lift pandemic restrictions – at least in part – there will be more calls to return to the office. This could take the form of 8-5 at the workplace, staggered staff hours, or a hybrid model involving both the office and home.
Whatever your employment options may be, this is…
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused many people to re-examine their family- and work roles. A record 4.5 million United States workers quit their jobs in November 2021, and while South Africans are less likely to resign given the scarcity of jobs, there is greater interest in work-life balance and mental health.
While a stay-at-home partner…
As parents plan for the start of the first school term this year, many are faced with paying for unexpected items, in addition to fees and uniforms.
Hybrid learning – a combination of in-person and online learning – requires investment in an up-to-date computer (desktop or laptop) or a mobile device such as a smartphone…
This year has been a financial nightmare for many South Africans, with skyrocketing prices for fuel, food and electricity. This trend is expected to continue into 2022, as retailers and others in the value chain pass on their business costs to consumers. Even if people retain their jobs and receive salary increases, these are unlikely to…
International Fraud Awareness Week takes place from 14-20 November, with the goal of increasing awareness of consumer, corporate and tax fraud, identity theft, and the many other ways in which criminals prey on individuals and organisations.
According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, and a Grant Thornton report, The Next Normal: Preparing for a Post-Pandemic Fraud…
September is Heritage Month, and for many South Africans, this is an appropriate time to reflect on the assets that they’ve built up over years, and possibly generations. In these uncertain times, it’s important to re-evaluate the value of your assets, and to determine how best to leave a legacy.
Sadly, for many individuals and…